How Does Bird Flu Affect Humans?

The reported signs and symptoms of bird flu virus infections in humans have ranged from no symptoms or mild illness [such as eye redness (conjunctivitis) or mild flu-like upper respiratory symptoms], to severe (such as pneumonia requiring hospitalization) and included fever (temperature of 100ºF [37.8ºC] or greater) or. How do I know if my bird … Read more

How Do I Know If My Bird Has Bird Flu?

Signs of avian flu illness in Birds Sudden death; lack of energy, appetite and coordination; purple discoloration and/or swelling of various body parts; diarrhea; nasal discharge; coughing; sneezing; and reduced egg production and/or abnormal eggs. Does bird flu affect humans? Bird flu, or avian flu, is an infectious type of influenza that spreads among birds. … Read more